Sustainable Travel Management
Companies around the world are now examining their business travel practices as a lever to reduce overall emissions. But what does this mean in practice, and how can travel programs contribute to the effort? GBTA’s Sustainable Travel Management course focuses on the practical application of climate action and the management, reduction, and tracking of carbon...
Global Leadership Professional (GLP) Capstone Kickoff
Times: Sunday, July 21 from 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM ET The Global Leadership Professional (GLP) Capstone Kickoff is the pinnacle of achievement for business travel professionals. This year-long program consists of several components centered on a collaborative, industry-related and solutions-based project: Program kicks off with a live meeting for registered participants at the GBTA...
GBTA Convention 2024
Join us for the 55th annual GBTA Convention, the premier global event for the business travel industry where diverse voices come together for a common purpose. - CONNECT in person with thousands of industry peers, suppliers, and partners, as they benefit from unparalleled opportunities for professional and business growth - LEARN from and be inspired...
Utah Chapter Monthly Meeting, AI: From Theory to Travel – GTP Credit Approved
Generative AI: From Theory to Travel You can’t go a day without hearing something new about Generative AI and ChatGPT. We will explore this cutting-edge technology and discuss how it can be applied within the travel industry to enhance customer engagement, optimize operations, and unlock opportunities for personalization. This will be a journey of practical...
Inclusivity in Business Travel – GTP Credit Approved
Chapter: Rocky Mountain Chapter Description: Emeka Nnaka shares his personal experience of overcoming a tragic accident leaving him paralyzed from the chest down. He will also share his most memorable experiences traveling and the lessons that can be learned from his best and worst travel experiences. Learn about the challenges persons with disabilties face when...
GBTA | Tennessee August Meeting: Business Travel: We’re In Our AI Era – GTP Credit Approved
GBTA | Tennessee Hosted by Platinum Sponsor AI is increasingly being referenced as the new star of the show, the do all be all buzz that everyone has been talking about. AI technologies are making significant changes across numerous industries, including banking and finance, law, engineering, art, health and human resources. The travel sector is...
GBTA LATAM Business Travel Forum – Bogotá
The GBTA LATAM Business Travel Forum - Bogota is a half-day event designed to train Travel Managers in corporate travel from Colombia. By attending, you can: Enhance your corporate travel program knowledge. Network with local colleagues. Engage with event sponsors. Invest time in your personal and professional growth. Participation is by invitation only. If you're...
DFW-GBTA August 2024 Chapter Meeting
Accessibility for Business Travelers including the Dollars and Sense We will hear from Eric Lipp, Executive Director and Founder of Open Doors Organization (ODO). ODO was founded in 2000 after experiencing restrictions people with disabilities face in everyday life. Eric has worked with over 70 airports and 65 careers globally, dozens of hotels and destinations...
GBTA | Georgia August 15 Zoom Meeting – GTP Credit Approved
GBTA | Georgia Virtual Zoom Meeting August 15, 11am - 12:30pm. Topic: The Modern Road Warrior, A Supplier's Point of View Speakers: Cesar Wurm, Vice President Commercial, Premium Brands and Kim Brooks-Martin, Corporate Director of Sales Strategy and Development at Hospitality Ventures Management Group. Moderator: Lenore D'Anzieri Senior Manager, Business Development, American Express Global Business...
Exciting updates from GBTA Conventions you won’t want to miss!
GBTA Puget Sound August's General Meeting August has some exciting updates from our local Airline, Buyer and GBTA Staff you won't want to miss! In this meeting you'll hear from our President, Michelle Amos with updates on GBTA Education Summit, June's GBTA Legislative Session recap, GBTA Annual Convention recap, news on our upcoming Education Day...
Secrets & Connections: A Murder Mystery Networking Event
Join us on the Iconic Detroit Princess Riverboat for an exclusive networking day full of suspense and clues! Indulge in a delicious lunch, enjoy stunning views of the Detroit river and skyline while your intrigue is peaked! Mingle with peers, solve a thrilling murder mystery, and enjoy some amazing company! Perfect for making new contacts...
GBTA LATAM Business Travel Forum – Buenos Aires
The GBTA LATAM Business Travel Forum – Buenos Aires is a half-day event designed to train Travel Managers in corporate travel from Argentina. By attending, you can: Enhance your corporate travel program knowledge. Network with local colleagues. Engage with event sponsors. Invest time in your personal and professional growth. Location: Hotel Madero Buenos Aires Sponsor...
Join Us to Explore the Future of Traveller ID! – Webinar
Our webinar aims to enlighten attendees on the current advancements and future potential of the Traveller ID, a revolutionary concept designed to streamline travel processes. By integrating documents, identities, payments, bookings, and invoices into a single wallet, this technology promises significant benefits for business travelers and their employers. Moderator: - Sarah Whiting, Channel Solutions Lead,...
Your Hotel Program Essentials – Building the Foundation of a Corporate Hotel Program
Join the upcoming GBTA APAC webinar on Friday 30 August from 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM SGT, and hear from our panel of experts as they delve into the fundamental aspects of establishing and optimizing a corporate hotel program that aligns with your organization’s strategic objectives. Whether you are in the process of developing your...
Advanced Principles of Business Travel Management™
The Advanced Principles of Business Travel Management™ course builds off of the Fundamentals curriculum to aid business travel professionals in increasing their knowledge of the industry while also expanding on their professional skills. This course is designed for travel buyers overseeing a managed business travel program and suppliers offering travel-related products and services. Ideal preparation...
The Fundamentals of Business Travel Management™
The Fundamentals of Business Travel Management course is designed for travel buyers and suppliers who want a deeper understanding of the foundational elements of a corporate travel policy. Learners will gain a better understanding of business travel management and make themselves indispensable to the needs of their organization. Participants earn 14 GTP Recertification credits. Core...
GBTA | Tennessee Visits Chattanooga: Where Business Meets Adventure – GTP Credit Approved
GBTA | Tennessee Join GBTA TN as guest speaker Barry White, President & CEO, Chattanooga Tourism Co., showcases the blend of business and adventure that Chattanooga offers, appealing to business travelers and corporations and highlighting the unique attractions of the Scenic City. Learn how Chattanooga Tourism promotes and develops visitor experiences for economic impact and...
NDC – What do the airlines think? – GTP Credit Approved
GBTA Wisconsin Chapter Meeting September 11, 2024, at the Blue Harbor Resort. Ask the experts at our September 11th meeting & learn more about NDC from the airlines themselves. Each airline offers a unique perspective on NDC not only from airline direct bookings but also from a GDS aspect. NDC is still new, ever-changing, definitely...
Travel Manager Exchange Forum (TMEF) – BUYERS ONLY
Join us for an insightful and interactive round table discussion designed specifically for travel managers. As the travel landscape continues to evolve in response to recent global events, it's crucial to stay ahead of emerging trends, technological advancements, and changing traveler expectations. This moderated session will provide a platform for travel professionals to share experiences,...
Collaborative Strategies in Corporate Travel Management
We invite you to attend our lunch program where we will explore "Collaborative Strategies in Corporate Travel Management." This insightful session will feature a panel of expert Travel Managers and Account Managers and will be moderated by Will Tate of GoldSpring Consulting. The discussion will focus on a holistic approach to fostering collaborative partnerships between...
Q3 2024 Meeting: A state of Chicago Travel and a Modern Travel Transformation
Chapter/Committee/Partner Name: GBTA Chicago Description: Transforming Travel; Modernizing a Travel Program and Navigating Chicago's Airport and Hotel Horizons Event Speaker #1: Steven Van Overmeiren, Director, Global Travel Program Baker McKenzie Event Speaker(s) #2: Angela Hearn, Vice President of Marketing, Choose Chicago and Jamie L. Rhee, Commissioner, Chicago Department of Aviation Location of Event: The OLC...
Certificate in Corporate Travel Execution (CCTE)
The Certificate in Corporate Travel Execution, in collaboration with Cornell University’s Executive Education Division, is a tailored education program that offers a virtual classroom experience focused on key business travel topics such as accounting, finance, human resources, sales strategy, risk and legal issues, and travel procurement. The course will be instructed by expert Cornell University...
The Future Is Now: Technological Transformation in Corporate Travel
For corporate travel, last year was a watershed year for technology. Technologies including AI, NDC, and blockchain have begun to transform the industry. Based on GBTA research, this webinar will look at technology in corporate travel. It addresses a number of topics including: Travel programs: Do travel programs do a good job with technology? Will...
Carrefour des Experts Travel & MICE
Description: Le Carrefour des Experts Travel & MICE par GBTA se tiendra au sein de l'IFTM Top Résa, le salon professionnel du tourisme et des voyages, le 18 septembre 2024. Il réunira des acheteurs, Travel Managers et fournisseurs, représentant la chaîne de valeur Travel et MICE. Une opportunité de bénéficier du retour d’expérience de nos...
Rocky Mountain Chapter Golf, Paint & Sip, and Auction
Chapter: Rocky Mountain Chapter Description: Join the Rocky Mountain Chapter for our 2024 annual Golf Outing, Paint & Sip, and Auction! Enjoy breathtaking views of the Rocky Mountains while you golf or paint. Network with industry collegues and friends over lunch and bid on fabulous prizes during the online auction. Sponsorship opportunities are available -...
Education Day 2024 – Set up to Thrive in 2025 in the PNW
Education Day 2024 - Set up to Thrive in 2025! Are you ready? Mark your calendars for GBTA Puget Sound Chapters Education Day on September 19! More information to come on speakers, content, volunteer and sponsorship opportunities. Our first exciting announcement, Suzanne Neufang, will be joining us for a Fireside chat! Don't miss out on...
GBTA Canada Business Travel Forums – Calgary
The GBTA Canada Business Travel Forums are meticulously crafted as a one-day education and networking program replicated in four Canadian cities: Vancouver, Calgary, Montreal and Toronto. The program is strategically structured to deliver invaluable knowledge, profound insights, and cutting-edge education to an industry grappling with escalating costs, supply chain uncertainties, and multifaceted disruptions. Alongside the...
GBTA-DFW Chapter Meeting
Location: Ritz Las Colinas 4150 N MacArthur Boulevard Irving, TX 75038 Matthew Patterson with Advito will take us through various trends and recommendations as it relates to Buyers leveraging data to meet their Travel program needs. Nearing the end of the year will prove these insights to be useful for your organization. "Going beyond TMC...
GBTA LATAM Business Travel Forum – São Paulo
The GBTA LATAM Business Travel Forum – São Paulo is a half-day event designed to train Travel Managers in corporate travel from Brazil. By attending, you can: Enhance your corporate travel program knowledge. Network with local colleagues. Engage with event sponsors. Invest time in your personal and professional growth. Participation is complementary and by invitation...
GBTA | Michigan Annual Meeting & Tradeshow – GTP Credit Approved
Join us at the GBTA | Michigan Annual Meeting and Trade Show for an unparalleled experience of educational excellence and dynamic networking opportunities! This year's event is packed with rich and immersive education sessions designed to elevate your industry knowledge. Connect with key players in the travel industry during our mini trade show to get...
Post GBTA RAP Session
GBTA | North Carolina is proud to host a Post GBTA Convention RAP session - an informal catch up & highlights about what happened at the GBTA Convention 2024 in Atlanta. Hear from our panel on what you may have missed and this is for all attendees 9buyers & suppliers) in the travel industry who...
The Fundamentals of Business Travel Management™
The Fundamentals of Business Travel Management course is designed for travel buyers and suppliers who want a deeper understanding of the foundational elements of a corporate travel policy. Learners will gain a better understanding of business travel management and make themselves indispensable to the needs of their organization. Participants earn 14 GTP Recertification credits. Core...
GBTA Conference 2024 Milano
Relatori d’eccezione, Travel Manager, Event Manager, Mobility Manager e Supplier della catena del valore del Business Travel e del MICE si incontreranno, si confronteranno sugli argomenti di attualità e condivideranno best practice nell’appuntamento annuale dei Viaggi d’Affari e degli Eventi. Vai al sito della Conferenza
Sustainable Travel Management
Companies around the world are now examining their business travel practices as a lever to reduce overall emissions. But what does this mean in practice, and how can travel programs contribute to the effort? GBTA’s Sustainable Travel Management course focuses on the practical application of climate action and the management, reduction, and tracking of...
GBTA | Tennessee October Chapter Meeting: Gen Y & Gen Z Influencers in Managed Travel – Credit Approved
GBTA | Tennessee Gen Z has arrived and has already changed the corporate travel industry as we know it. This keynote provides a deep dive into the curious habits of Gen Y and Gen Z-ers and reveals the unavoidable impact they are already having on travel — from traveler and employee trends to their ever-increasing...
San Diego Chapter – Integrating Green Initiatives into the Travel Ecosystem – GTP Credit Approved
Please join us for our final educational program of 2024! Our panel will hold a lively discussion on how we can all work together to get into the green scene! We will hear about local initiatives to address the needs of our industry and the environment, along with ways every sector can develop sustainable travel...
RMGBTA Education Day – GTP Credit Approved
Rocky Mountain, GBTA Education Day which includes GBTA industry Update, Denver International Airport and TSA Real ID update, hotel industry and sourcing outlook, supplier relationship building, fireside chats with Southwest and Concur, data science presentation, networking, and happy hour Many speakers, please refer to attachment This event will be held at The Rally Hotel 1600...
GBTA LATAM Business Travel Forum – Mexico City
The GBTA LATAM Business Travel Forum – Mexico City is a half-day event designed to train Travel Managers in corporate travel from Mexico. By attending, you can: Enhance your corporate travel program knowledge. Network with local colleagues. Engage with event sponsors. Invest time in your personal and professional growth. Cost GBTA members: Complementary Cost Non...
ETIAS and EES Unveiled: Busting Myths and Preparing for Europe’s New Entry Systems
What you'll learn: Gain an understanding of the two new border management IT systems Learn how these systems will affect business travelers, including new requirements and procedures The steps you can take to prepare for the changes ahead of 2025 implementation & more! Speakers Vaya Moussa Policy Officer for Smart Borders, European Commission Jason Rogers...
GBTA DC 2024 Education Day
GBTA DC Chapter Join us for a day of knowledge and networking at the GBTA Greater DC Metro Chapter's Education Day! Dive into the latest trends, insights, and best practices in the world of business travel. Our event brings together industry experts, thought leaders, and professionals to explore key topics, share valuable experiences, and foster...
GBTA Arizona Education Day – GTP Credit Approved
GBTA Arizona Join us for GBTA Arizona’s Education Day 2024, an action-packed, full-day event focused on Traveler Safety and Duty of Care! This dynamic meeting will feature expert-led education sessions, networking opportunities, and our exciting Shark Tank Presentation. Attendees will gain insights into the latest industry trends, crisis recovery, and best practices for enhancing traveler...
Dallas – Ft. Worth GBTA October Chapter Meeting – GTP Credit Approved
Chapter/Committee/Partner Name: Dallas Ft. Worth - GBTA October Chapter Mtg. Description: Katie Virtue will be sharing a roadmap of travel trends and show us useful strategies for the future of Travel and meetings planning. Event Speaker: (Katie Virtue, Head of Sales and Marketing, Festive Road) Location of Event: (If Virtual, write Virtual. If In-person, include...
Annual Lunch Meeting at SFO
Annual Lunch Meeting at SFO Are you ready for Real ID? Come hear directly from the Transportation Security Administration - Department of Homeland Security on how they protect the nation’s transportation systems to ensure freedom of movement for people and commerce on a daily basis, as well as how to get yourself and your travelers...
GBTA Canada Business Travel Forums – Montreal
The GBTA Canada Business Travel Forums are meticulously crafted as a one-day education and networking program replicated in four Canadian cities: Vancouver, Calgary, Montreal and Toronto. The program is strategically structured to deliver invaluable knowledge, profound insights, and cutting-edge education to an industry grappling with escalating costs, supply chain uncertainties, and multifaceted disruptions. Alongside the...
GBTA New York City Education Day
GBTA New York City Education Day October 23, 2024 | 8:00 AM EDT to 6:00 PM EDT Hard Rock Cafe 1501 Broadway, New York, NY, 10036 Add to Calendar Get Directions Join us for a jam-packed day of education and insight! Agenda 8:00 AM - Breakfast & Registration 9:15 AM - Kick-Off Kelly Ferrigno -...
GBTA Canada Business Travel Forums – Toronto
The GBTA Canada Business Travel Forums are meticulously crafted as a one-day education and networking program replicated in four Canadian cities: Vancouver, Calgary, Montreal and Toronto. The program is strategically structured to deliver invaluable knowledge, profound insights, and cutting-edge education to an industry grappling with escalating costs, supply chain uncertainties, and multifaceted disruptions. Alongside the...
GBTA WINiT Summit 2024
The WINiT Summit is an empowering event that brings together professionals of all levels to positively transform the careers and lives of women in travel-related industries.
GBTA WINiT Gala 2024
The goal of the WINiT Awards is to recognize the women, men, and companies who together are driving positive change for the career mobility of women in the travel-related industries. Winners will be honored at the Gala.
GBTA LATAM Business Travel Forum – Santiago
The GBTA LATAM Business Travel Forum – Santiago is a half-day event designed to train Travel Managers in corporate travel from Chile. By attending, you can: Enhance your corporate travel program knowledge. Network with local colleagues. Engage with event sponsors. Invest time in your personal and professional growth. Participation is complementary and by invitation only....
A Prescription for a new Corporate Card Program: RFP, RFI, RFX – GTP Credit Approved
Brought to you by the GBTA Payment Solutions Committee: Travel Managers share examples in the complex landscape of payments and invite attendees to pose their own challenges in this interactive session. Learn to navigate the GBTA Payment Solutions RFP Toolkit and see how to put it to work for your program. Gain invaluable insights from...
GBTA Sustainability Summit
Building a Sustainable Future for Business Travel: From Words to Action The time is now to empower organisations of all sizes and in all geographies to accelerate the integration of travel practices that materially reduce emissions, on a joint journey with the travel value chain to reach Net Zero by 2050. On 4 November 2024,...
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